Shanna Ford is a seasoned leader in clinical trial finance and regulatory compliance, with over 15 years of experience optimizing research operations across academic medical centers and clinical trial sites. Based in Grand Junction, Colorado, Shanna has held pivotal roles at Intermountain Health, the University of Utah, and Huntsman Cancer Institute, where she led cross-functional teams, managed multimillion-dollar clinical trial portfolios, and ensured adherence to complex federal regulations, including those from the FDA and CMS. Currently, Shanna is a Senior Consultant at Attain Partners, working with institutions to shorten study-start-up timelines, streamline post-award processes, implement feasibility assessments, and provide managed services, including budget negotiations, coverage analysis, financial audits, and post-award accounting.